Caught On Kiss Cam: Famous People Who Got Busted While Cheating in Public

In an era of smartphones and viral media, affairs and indiscretions can instantly explode into global news. What might have once been a private affair, kept tightly under wraps, is now captured everywhere, far too easily, leaked on Instagram, or exposed by relentless paparazzi. These public cheating scandals often unfold in real-time, turning personal pain into trending content across social media platforms. Case in point: Andy Byron's recent Kiss Cam flub at a Coldplay concert.

No one is immune to the digital spotlight, especially celebs who spend so much time in it already. Many of these figures attempt to control their cheating narrative through carefully crafted statements or public apologies, but these always come too late. Anytime a high-profile person is caught cheating live or on camera, it becomes a moment that haunts them for the rest of their careers.

Just how many celebs have been caught cheating before, and what exactly did Andy Byron do at this fateful Coldplay concert? 247 Tempo brings you the most widely publicized incidents where high-profile figures were caught cheating. Sources used include The San Francisco Chronicle, NDTV, The Sun, Cosmopolitan, Business Insider, E! Online, and verified coverage from platforms like AS.com and Economic Times. Let's check out these scandals now.

During Coldplay's concert at Gillette Stadium in Boston, a Kiss Cam panned to little-known Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and his company's HR director, Kristin Cabot, cuddling. As Chris Martin, Coldplay's lead singer, joked, "either they're having an affair or are just very shy," millions online jumped to conclusions.

The moment quickly went viral, with the TikTok video of the incident reaching tens of millions of views. Byron subsequently deleted his LinkedIn account, and his wife removed her married surname from social media.

Following the Kiss Cam moment (now dubbed ColdplayGate by many online), Astronomer's LinkedIn page was flooded with comments and speculation. Andy Byron disabled comments and deleted any related posts inquiring about the incident. His wife's social media purge (she deleted her Facebook after changing her last name) only added to the narrative, prompting public curiosity and sympathy.

Industry observers noted the incident may damage the company's reputation and raise workplace boundary concerns. Having an affair with your HR director isn't a good look; while Astronomer wasn't necessarily on the map before, it is now (but most definitely not for the reasons the company wants).

Andy Byron isn't the only high-profile individual to have his infidelities caught in public. In fact, there are countless celebs and CEOs who have been caught cheating on their spouse or partner. Who else makes this list? These are some of the most scandalous and embarrassing times famous people were caught cheating by the public.

Actress Kristen Stewart was photographed kissing director Rupert Sanders while still dating Robert Pattinson back in 2012. The images posted by tabloids ignited an immediate media storm and personal fallout between all involved. Stewart publicly apologized, admitting to the betrayal. The couple broke up, and Sanders divorced his wife shortly after. Nowadays, Stewart is happily married, so hopefully this moment will remain in the past.

Rumors emerged of an affair between Ben Affleck and his family nanny during his rocky marriage to Jennifer Garner. He publicly denied the allegations, while Garner said their impending separation predated the rumors. Marriage already strained, they divorced in 2018, but still choose to co-parent today.

Sumner Stroh accused Maroon 5's Adam Levine of having a year-long affair and trying to name his child after her. Levine admitted to having "crossed the line" while messaging her, but denied any physical infidelity. The scandal prompted public apologies, and Levine's wife, Behati Prinsloo, eventually forgave him. Their marriage continues, albeit with more eyes on them than before.

Motorcycle builder Jesse James was exposed for multiple affairs while married to award-winning actress Sandra Bullock. The scandal led to a painful divorce shortly after Bullock's Oscar win; thankfully, she has since moved on and later adopted a child, clearing out the bad energies from her past relationship. Meanwhile, James' reputation remains closely tied to the scandal and may never recover.

Beyoncé's album Lemonade confirmed multiple suspicions of Jay‑Z's infidelity. The project interwove personal revelation with musical artistry, showcasing an intimate and public journey of marriage, betrayal, and forgiveness. Ultimately, the couple reconciled and grew stronger, but releasing the album was a must for this iconic performer to both set the record straight and move on.

The obvious on-screen chemistry in Mr. & Mrs. Smith was rumored to spark Brad Pitt's romance with Angelina Jolie while he was married to Jennifer Aniston. The scandal dominated tabloids and launched an infamous scandal known as "Brangelina." Aniston channeled her heartbreak into personal growth, as Pitt and Jolie tied the knot in 2014. However, the couple ultimately divorced in 2016, proving celebrity relationships aren't always as they seem.

British actress Lily James and married actor Dominic West were photographed kissing in Rome in 2019. The footage sparked outrage and forced both celebs to issue public apologies. West's wife defended him initially, but the couple later separated; it is unclear if this infidelity was part of the problem or if there are other issues at play.

One of the most shocking celebrity infidelities on record has to be director Woody Allen's taboo choice in partnerships. He publicly revealed his relationship with his partner's adopted daughter, Soon Yi Previn. The relationship ignited intense backlash and was viewed poorly around the world; not only was Allen technically Previn's guardian, but she was only 21 years old while he was in his 50s. Allen defended his actions with "The heart wants what it wants." Though divisive and unconventional, their marriage endures to this day.

Pro golfer Tiger Woods faced the exposure of his numerous affairs after a car accident in Florida. Dubbed "Tigergate," the reveal cost him sponsors and tarnished his image. Woods entered therapy and took a public hiatus, later returning successfully to the green. However, his infidelities remain attached to his name and aren't likely to be forgotten.

NY Congressman Anthony Weiner resigned after multiple sexting conversations were revealed online. His denials expanded into a public and legal scandal, with a 2016 investigation revealing he was even involved with a minor. He pleaded guilty and served prison time, drastically reshaping his life and ensuring he'd never be able to run for Congress again.

LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian were caught by the paparazzi, kissing during the filming of a Lifetime movie, while both were married to other people. The photos ran in Us Weekly and People, igniting tabloid firestorms. While both denied the affair at first, they later divorced their respective spouses and married each other in 2011. Their start remains controversial even to this day.

NBA player Tristan Thompson was caught cheating on Khloé Kardashian on multiple occasions, often documented through hotel surveillance footage or nightclub videos. The most viral moment came just days before she gave birth to their child in 2018, adding another heartbreaking layer to the lies. Later scandals involved kissing Jordyn Woods, a family friend, with the confrontation aired in full on Keeping Up with the Kardashians.

While married to Uma Thurman, Ethan Hawke was accused of an affair with the couple's nanny, Ryan Shawhughes. The relationship reportedly began during the marriage and led to their scandalous divorce. Paparazzi photos showed Hawke and Shawhughes together before the official split, and Hawke later married Shawhughes. However, statements from the couple insist they fell in love after Hawke and Thurman's marriage ended.

Ashton Kutcher was allegedly caught cheating on Demi Moore with Sara Leal during a hot tub party in San Diego. The story broke via Us Weekly and quickly spread across entertainment media, shocking his long-time fans. Leal was involved in interviews that confirmed the details, and Kutcher and Moore separated shortly after.

Jude Law issued a public apology in 2005 after it was revealed he had an affair with his children's nanny while engaged to Sienna Miller. The news broke via The Sunday Mirror, but Sienna reportedly only found out through leaked interviews. The couple briefly reconciled but eventually split for good, representing just how common affairs are when you're in the spotlight.